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Entertainment

Derek Ramsay’s ₱100-Million Porsche Could Be Taken Away — But the Real Question Is Who Made the Costly Mistake?

The luxury car controversy surrounding actor Derek Ramsay has escalated after the Bureau of Customs (BOC) announced plans to seize and auction the Porsche 918 Spyder linked to him, following allegations that the vehicle’s importation documents contained discrepancies. The high-performance supercar, one of the rarest Porsche models in the world, became the center of a government investigation after authorities raised concerns over possible misdeclaration of vehicle details and unpaid government

August 24, 2026

Asia

Indonesia Arrests 72 Over Massive Forest Fires—But Investigators Say the Trail May Lead to Bigger Players

JAKARTA, Indonesia — Indonesian police have arrested 72 people suspected of starting forest and peatland fires that have sent choking haze across parts of Indonesia and into neighboring Malaysia, as authorities widen their investigation to determine whether larger interests may have financed or directed illegal land burning. The arrests are connected to 89 forest and land fire cases across nine provinces—five on Borneo and four on Sumatra—according to Indonesia's National Police. Investigators

August 24, 2026

Philippines

Marcos and Sara Duterte Secret Meeting? The Viral Claim That Shocked Filipinos Has One Major Problem

A supposed behind-the-scenes meeting between President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte has been dismissed as fake news, according to a statement from defense lawyer and spokesperson Michael Poa. The denial came after online posts and political discussions fueled speculation that Marcos and Duterte were preparing for a possible dialogue amid continuing tensions between their political camps. Poa rejected the circulating claims, saying there was no truth to report

August 24, 2026

Business

Shein Is About to Go Public in Hong Kong—But Its IPO Comes With a Nearly $3.5 Billion Surprise

Shein's long-awaited stock-market debut is finally taking shape in Hong Kong, but the fast-fashion giant is entering the public markets under very different circumstances from just a few years ago. The company could pay up to US$3.5 billion to selected existing investors as part of protections tied to earlier private funding rounds, according to Shein's Hong Kong IPO prospectus. That amount is almost twice the US$1.77 billion Shein hopes to raise from the IPO itself. The payments highlight jus

August 24, 2026

Entertainment

Angelica Hart at Andrew Muhlach, Hiwalay Na—Pero Nang Tanungin Kung Ano ang Totoong Nangyari, Ito ang Kanyang Inamin

MANILA, Philippines — Kinumpirma na ni actress Angelica Hart na hiwalay na sila ni actor Andrew (Andres) Muhlach, matapos ang kanilang relasyon na umabot umano sa halos dalawang taon. Mismong si Angelica ang nagsalita tungkol sa kanilang breakup sa kanyang guesting sa “Fast Talk With Boy Abunda,” matapos mapansin ng ilang fans na naging tahimik ang dating couple tungkol sa isa't isa. “Opo, Tito Boy. Hiwalay na po kami,” diretsahang sagot ni Angelica nang tanungin tungkol sa tunay na estado ng

August 24, 2026

Business

40 Power Plants Could Be Shut Down by DOE — But the Bigger Question Is: Will Filipinos Pay the Price With Another Blackout?

The Philippine energy sector is facing another major challenge as the Department of Energy (DOE) moves closer to recommending the suspension of around 40 power plants that allegedly failed to comply with government directives. The possible suspension has raised concerns among electricity stakeholders, particularly in areas that have already experienced power supply instability, including parts of Western Visayas where previous grid failures triggered widespread outages and business disruptions.

August 24, 2026

Entertainment

New Zealand Is Coming for Under-16 Social Media Access—But What Happens When Kids Try to Get Around the Ban?

New Zealand is taking a major step toward restricting social media access for children under 16, putting the country at the center of a rapidly expanding global debate over how governments should protect young people online. The coalition government is introducing legislation in Parliament on Monday, August 24, that would require social media platforms to take reasonable steps to prevent users under 16 from accessing covered services. Platforms that fail to comply could face penalties of up to

August 24, 2026

Philippines

Sandiganbayan Orders Northstar to Pay ₱10.8 Million — But the Bigger Question Is What Happens After the Court’s Decision

The Sandiganbayan has ordered Northstar Development Corporation to pay ₱10.8 million in unpaid amortizations, ending a long-running dispute over financial obligations that remained unsettled. The ruling places renewed attention on the company’s outstanding payments and highlights the court’s position that contractual financial commitments must be honored despite delays and disputes. According to reports, the anti-graft court found Northstar liable for the unpaid amortization balance, requiring

August 24, 2026

Philippines

Cebu Student Caught With Gun at School Returned to Family—But What Police Learned Next Raises New Questions

CEBU, Philippines — A minor who was found carrying an unloaded firearm inside his school bag in Cebu has been returned to his family after local social welfare authorities reportedly lacked the personnel and facility needed to continue handling his case, according to the Philippine National Police (PNP). But as authorities piece together what happened, the case has taken a new turn: police say the student later changed his initial explanation about where the gun came from and why it was brought

August 24, 2026

Business

11-Year-Old Thai Boy Loses Over ฿1 Million in Pokémon Card Scam — Collector Community Shocked as Alleged Fraud Victims Pile Up

An 11-year-old boy’s dream of owning a rare Pokémon card turned into a devastating financial loss after he allegedly became one of more than two dozen victims in a multi-million-baht trading card scam in Thailand. The young collector reportedly lost more than 1 million baht (around US$30,000) after paying for a highly valuable Pokémon card that was never delivered, according to reports from the Bangkok Post and other regional media outlets. The case has sparked concern among Thailand’s growing

August 24, 2026